Snowshoeing at Hohgant: 2-Day Hut Tour
Snowshoeing at Hohgant for 2 days: off-trail routes, wildlife tracks, an overnight in a mountain hut, self-cooking dinner. Small group.
Tour Details
- Location: switzerland-berneseoberland
- Duration: 2 days
- Difficulty: moderate
- Price: CHF 340 per person
- Guide: Yorick Brunet
- Group Size: Up to 6
- Elevation Gain: 800m
- Meeting Point: Kemmeriboden
Description
Escape the everyday for two days of snowshoeing in the Hohgant region of the Emmental, one of Switzerland's most preserved mountain ranges. Guided along carefully chosen routes away from the beaten track, you will take the time to slow down, breathe, and enjoy the snow. The meeting point is Kemmeriboden at 10:00 on Saturday 6 February 2027. You will arrive by your own means. On day one we head towards the Hohganthütte, taking a break to learn or refresh your skills with the avalanche transceiver and keeping our eyes open for animal tracks. Late in the afternoon we arrive at the hut, put down our things, discover the place, and prepare the evening meal together with the food carried in our rucksacks, for a lovely group evening. On day two, after breakfast prepared together, we return to our starting point by a wider route that reveals another facet of the region. The night is spent in a dormitory at the unguarded Hohganthütte, an authentic mountain hut where the wood-burning stove crackles. Dinner and breakfast are prepared together; you are welcome to suggest and cook a dish of your own. Lunch is not included. This tour is for hikers who enjoy an active day of snowshoeing: a good level of physical fitness is required. Technical difficulty: 2/5. Physical difficulty: 4/5. The group is limited to 6 people (minimum 4). An avalanche transceiver, probe and shovel are required for this tour. You can rent this equipment from me depending on available stock. Please indicate any food allergies when registering. Snow conditions, weather, and the avalanche situation may require adjustments to the itinerary. Despite all care taken to ensure everyone's safety, mountain activities involve a residual risk which the participant accepts. Appropriate snowshoeing equipment for off-trail excursions is required. The list of materials will be provided after registration.
Tour Highlights
- Wildlife spotting opportunities
- Expert guide with local knowledge
- Small group for personalized experience
- Overnight in a mountain hut
- Off-trail snowshoeing
- Reading animal tracks
- Self-cooked dinner
Itinerary
- Heading to the hut -
Arrive in Kemmeriboden by your own means, meeting at 10:00. Food will be distributed into rucksacks, then we will head towards the hut. Along the way, we will take a break to learn or refresh our skills in using an avalanche transceiver, and we will keep an eye out for animal tracks. Arrival at the hut late in the afternoon: time to put down our things and discover the place, we will prepare supper together with the food carried, for a lovely group evening. Overnight in a dormitory. Approximately 6 km and 800 m of positive elevation gain.
- The grand return loop -
Breakfast prepared together, then departure for this second day which will bring us back to our starting point from the day before, taking a wider route that will reveal another facet of the region. Approximately 10 km and 800 m of negative elevation gain.
What's Included
- Expert certified guide
- Overnight accommodation
- Dinner
- Breakfast
Not Included
- Transportation to/from starting point
- Personal hiking equipment
- Travel insurance
- Lunch
- Accident insurance (incl. air rescue)
- Healthcare insurance (incl. air rescue)
Next Departures
- 6 February 2027 — 6 spots left
Frequently Asked Questions
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is Kemmeriboden, in the Bernese Oberland region of Switzerland. From there your guide will lead the group up toward Hohgant.
How difficult is this tour?
It's rated moderate, so you should be comfortable moving on snowshoes over varied terrain for a full day. A reasonable level of fitness helps, but no technical climbing experience is required.
How much climbing is involved?
Over the two days you'll gain around 800 meters of elevation. This is spread across the ascent to the hut, so the pace is manageable with regular breaks.
Do I need my own snowshoes?
Yes, but you can rent them in nearby shops.
Is this tour suitable for beginners?
Yes, but you need a good physical fitness.
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